Cybersecurity Compliance and NIST SP 800-171 Assessment Support

The contract requires support for achieving and maintaining NIST SP 800-171 compliance in alignment with DFARS requirements, encompassing comprehensive system assessments, detailed documentation of security controls, and robust cyber incident reporting procedures. The effort is geared toward ensuring that covered systems meet federal standards for protecting controlled unclassified information, with a focus on thorough evaluations of security posture, control implementation, and continuous compliance monitoring. All activities must adhere strictly to the framework established by NIST and the Department of Defense, with deliverables including validated assessment reports and timely incident notifications as mandated by regulation. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense, and responses are due by July 28, 2026. The work will be performed in support of defense-related operations, though the specific location of performance is not outlined. The solicitation is part of a broader initiative to strengthen cybersecurity readiness across the defense industrial base, emphasizing accountability, documentation integrity, and rapid response to cyber threats. Contractors must demonstrate proven experience in NIST SP 800-171 assessments and DFARS compliance, and the selection process will prioritize technical capability and demonstrated success in similar government cybersecurity engagements.